[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 146 (Friday, October 17, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2075]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO FLO GALLEGOS

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 17, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today before this body of Congress 
and this nation today to pay tribute to an outstanding citizen from my 
district. Flo Gallegos of Arboles, Colorado has played an instrumental 
role in the recent renovations and rededication of the Saint Francis of 
Assisi Mission Church in Arboles. For her hard work and dedication, I 
am honored to pay tribute to Flo here today.
  The Saint Francis of Assisi Mission Church, built in the early 
twentieth century, desperately needed renovation: the roof needed 
replacing, the exterior needed refurbishing, and the interior needed 
fixing up. Flo spearheaded the effort to get funds, volunteers, and 
artisans to do the work. She saw a need in her community and refused to 
sit by or to give up before that need was filled. When times got tough, 
Flo refused to give in, and she got the job done. The renovations Flo 
worked so hard to secure were finally achieved this year, and the 
church was recently rededicated.
  Mr. Speaker, the determination and hard work of Flo Gallegos are 
truly inspirational. She displayed tremendous focus and fortitude in 
her quest to see that the renovation of the Saint Francis of Assisi 
Mission Church went forward. For her resolve and dedication, I am 
honored to join with my colleagues in paying tribute to Flo here today.

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